Phonolite and Phonolite Definition

Definition of Phonolite and Phonolite

The general Phonolite and Phonolite definition can be stated as: Phonolite is an uncommon extrusive igneous rock volcanic rock of intermediate chemical composition between felsic and mafic. On the other hand, Phonolite is an uncommon extrusive igneous rock volcanic rock of intermediate chemical composition between felsic and mafic. Along with definition of Phonolite and Phonolite, get to know about Properties of Phonolite and Phonolite. Get to know more information about Phonolite and Phonolite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Phonolite and Phonolite

The history of Phonolite and Phonolite gives information about where the rock was found and who was its discoverer. Almost each and every aspect of Earth's history is recorded in rocks be it the volcanoes which were erupted or the plants, animals and organisms which are now extinct, as rocks are present from millions of years.

Phonolite and Phonolite Origin and Discoverer

Phonolite and Phonolite definition gives us a brief idea about the two rocks. In some cases, the definition also gives summary about the Formation of Phonolite and Phonolite. In this section, you will know about Phonolite and Phonolite Origin and Discoverer. Origin of Phonolite and Phonolite are Unknown. It is interesting to know the name of Phonolite and Phonolite discoverer. The discoverer of Phonolite and Phonolite are Unknown.

Etymology of Phonolite and Phonolite

Along with Phonolite and Phonolite definition, know more about the etymology of Phonolite and Phonolite. Etymology of Phonolite and Phonolite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Phonolite and Formation of Phonolite. The etymology of Phonolite is From the Greek meaning sounding stone because of the metallic sound it produces if an unfractured plate is hit while that of Phonolite is From the Greek meaning sounding stone because of the metallic sound it produces if an unfractured plate is hit. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Phonolite and Phonolite belong to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Phonolite and Phonolite are listed below.

For Phonolite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Medium Hardness Rock
• Group: Not applicable
• Other Categories: Fine grained rock and Opaque rock

For Phonolite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Medium Hardness Rock
• Group: Not applicable
• Other Categories: Fine grained rock and Opaque rock